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Jean vs Reginald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jean

Boy #1,141 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French Scottish Belgian Swiss

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,141
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Jean Rank #1,141
Reginald Rank #1,181

Jean is more popular, ranked #1141 vs #1181 for Reginald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jean or Reginald more popular?

Jean is more popular, ranked #1141 compared to Reginald at #1181 in the United States.

What do Jean and Reginald mean?

Jean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via French origin). Reginald means "counsel, power" (Germanic origin).

Are Jean and Reginald boy or girl names?

Jean is primarily a boy name. Reginald is primarily a boy name.

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